The World Series is getting a small-market showdown. Does size matter?

The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays are scheduled to compete in the World Series, marking the smallest-market matchup the event has seen in two decades. This upcoming showdown brings together two franchises from smaller markets, raising questions about the impact of market size on championship success. Both teams have advanced to this stage, ensuring that the World Series will feature a rare encounter between two organizations that operate outside of the league's largest financial markets.